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Victoria Gallery & Museum

About

Housed in the striking red-brick Victoria Building at the University of Liverpool, the Victoria Gallery & Museum is as much a work of art as the treasures it contains. This beautifully restored Gothic landmark showcases the university’s rich collections, spanning fine art, sculpture, ceramics, silverware, and furniture from the 16th to the 21st centuries. Alongside paintings by artists such as Turner and Freud, visitors can discover fascinating curiosities, from early X-ray equipment and a recreated Edwardian dental surgery to dinosaur footprints and zoological specimens. The museum also tells the story of the university’s scientific and cultural heritage through engaging displays and temporary exhibitions. With its ornate tiled interiors, sweeping staircase, and welcoming café, the Victoria Gallery & Museum offers a unique blend of art, history, and science in one of Liverpool’s most distinctive buildings, making it a destination that delights both the eye and the mind.

Liverpool United Kingdom

Location

Victoria Gallery & Museum is located on Ashton Street at the University of Liverpool, Liverpool, L69 3DR, housed in the university’s landmark red-brick Victoria Building in the city centre. Just minutes on foot from Lime Street Station and Liverpool Central, the museum sits close to cultural and architectural highlights including the Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, the Everyman Theatre, Philharmonic Hall, and the World Museum. Liverpool ONE, St John’s Gardens, and the Walker Art Gallery are also nearby, offering a host of shopping, dining, and art destinations within easy reach of the university campus and museum.

Victoria Gallery & Museum

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